Quality Lab Manager

System One; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in polymer science is seeking a Quality Lab Manager to oversee quality control operations across multiple sites. The role requires a strong understanding of polymer science, particularly PET and rPET, and involves managing testing procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading a growing team. Ideal candidates will have a BS degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, along with experience in quality management systems and analytical testing.

Qualifications

• Experience with PET, rPET, and polymer science.
• Strong understanding of GMP and quality management systems.
• Leadership qualities with a focus on empathy and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality control operations across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Oversee analytical testing and ensure compliance with standards.
• Lead quality initiatives and support ongoing improvement projects.

Skills

Analytical testing

Statistical analysis

Quality control processes

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

BS degree in Chemistry

BS degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

GC

GCFIDER

Perkin Elmer Head Space GC

Job description

Title:Quality LabManager
Location:Hatfield, PA or Ocala, FL (Hatfield preferred)
Type:Direct

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Quality LabManager/Director with a strong understanding of polymer science, particularly PET and rPET. This role involves overseeing quality control operations across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring product quality compliance, managing testing procedures, and leading a growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience with analytical testing, statistical methods, and a collaborative leadership style.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and ensure the proper functioning of equipment, including GC, GCFIDER, and other chromatographic methods.
• Oversee analytical testing such as acetyl aldehyde and benzene testing (PPM/PPB), molecular weight analysis, and physical testing (LMI, MFR).
• Analyze GC data, trend tracking, and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Lead quality initiatives across sites, supporting FSSC 22000, HACCP, ISO 9001/14001, and other industry standards.
• Facilitate auditing processes, support ongoing quality improvement projects, and track data for continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership in quality-related matters, helping to scale operations as the company grows from 60M to 700M pounds.
• Work with OEMs to ensure equipment procurement and calibration are on schedule.
• Travel approximately 25% to various sites (Hatfield, Ocala, AZ, Dallas, and others as the company expands).

Requirements:

• BS degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with PET, rPET, and polymer science, including intrinsic viscosity and polymer chain analysis.
• Strong understanding of GMP, quality control processes, and analytical testing methods.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis (CPK, PPK) and trend tracking.
• Leadership qualities with a focus on empathy, team collaboration, and effective communication.
• Experience in quality management systems (FSSC 22000, HACCP, ISO 9001/14001).
• Ability to lead a team of 3-5 quality professionals across multiple sites.

Desirable Experience:

• Familiarity with Perkin Elmer Head Space GC, with a willingness to transition to Agilent systems.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards in manufacturing environments.
• Prior experience in a high-growth, fast-paced startup environment is a plus.

Ref: #558-Scientific